AI can identify genetic perturbations from cell images, offering new path for drug discovery

AI can identify genetic perturbations from cell images, offering new path for drug discovery

Researchers at the Paul Scherrer Institute PSI have developed an AI that could open up a new, cost-effective approach to identifying genetic perturbation patterns in cell images—potentially enabling the development of new drugs.

AI tool predicts potential drug targets by analyzing cell images

AI tool predicts potential drug targets by analyzing cell images By Corie Lok May 13, 2025 Breadcrumb Home AI tool predicts potential drug targets by analyzing cell images Researchers have developed a machine learning model that connects images of DNA structure to gene regulation. By Nadya Karpova and Elvira Forte, Schmidt Center May 13, 2025 Credit: Courtesy of Uhler lab Fluorescent microscopy images of cells with chromatin appearing in …